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The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks

Cottage in Stonehaven with kitchen

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire
  • Place, Dunnottar Castle
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Union Square Shopping Centre
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Aberdeen Harbour
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aberdeen (ABZ)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Stonehaven

Located within a mile (2 km) of RSPB Fowlsheugh, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dunnottar Castle. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Dunnottar Castle - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Union Square Shopping Centre - 29 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • Aberdeen Harbour - 29 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • Aberdeen Royal Infirmary - 31 min drive - 23.9 miles
  • University of Aberdeen - 34 min drive - 24.4 miles

Getting around

  • Stonehaven Station - 7 min drive
  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Queen's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Marine Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Carron - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bay Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks

Relax in the upstairs lounge enjoying the open country views, the wildlife on the window ledge and spectacular sunsets. Sleep snugly in the comfortable beds and dream sweetly in the silence of a Aberdeenshire country night. Take a short walk to Catterline to see the seals and enjoy a meal and a pint of real ale at the Creel Inn. Visit Fowlsheugh RSPB reserve and spot the puffins amongst the thousands of guillemots and razorbills.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: We allow small pets. Please contact us to discuss.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Bunk Beds in one room, Books, Amazon & Netflix

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Stonehaven, close to Dunnottar Castle, Stonehaven Tolbooth, and Aunty Bettys. You'll also find Stonehaven Outdoor Pool and RSPB Fowlsheugh within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What do couples enjoy most about The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Aberdeen Airport (ABZ), which is 23.1 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks.

The Boathouse has fantastic country views near spectacular coastal walks Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike v., Cranbrook BC

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Countryside Stay Near Dunnottar

We had a really lovely stay at the boathouse—one senior and two adults—and it worked perfectly for us. The area is quiet and peaceful, which we really appreciated, and it’s so close to Dunnottar Castle. The house itself was super comfortable with great beds and all the amenities we needed. We felt right at home. Communication with the host was friendly, and helpful. A great place to relax and enjoy the countryside.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Very clean and well stocked with all the supplies needed for multiple people to stay comfortably. Great views for the main room. A very short drive to the main town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen c.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Boathouse

A lovely clean comfortable property in the countryside.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F., Raleigh, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean & Comfortable

This property was perfectly located for us. Photos of the inside were very accurate and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A few shortcomings

The house was very clean and in general well equiped. Beds were comfortablr but there wasn't a kingsize and the second double was in fact a bed settee (some kind of futon) - they were comfortable but not as described. The bunk beds had very little headroom for the bottom bed user. Sadly the views of open countryside were spoiled as the field next to the house was a building site. The property sleeps 6 but there were only 5 comfortable seats in the lounge - three seater settee and two arm chairs. The coast is a good 1.3 mile walk from the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home.

We LOVED staying at the Boathouse. The property was perfect for our 10 day self isolation, containing everything we needed - from laundry facilities to potato masher and cheese grater. It is a gem in the countryside, but conveniently close to grocery store. Mercedes and Gordon are gracious hosts, friendly and helpful but never invasive. We look forward to our next opportunity to stay at the Boathouse!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ein wunderschönes Haus, mit wirklich tollen Blick in die Landschaft. Es ist alles in der Küche vorhanden, was man benötigt, wir haben nichts vermisst.Das Haus ist liebevoll eingerichtet. Der nächste größere Ort ist Stonehaven, wo man gut einkaufen kann. Ein Aldi ist Richtung Aberdeen in ca25 Minuten zu erreichen.Das Haus liegt super eingebettet in der Landschaft, egal was man machen möchte, ob die Natur und die spektakulären Brutgebiete an den Felsen besuchen, eine große Stadt wie Aberdeen besuchen oder ein pittoreskes kleines Küstenstädtchen wie Stonehaven, in Max 30 Autominuten ist man da.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Aufenthalt

Das Boathouse war sehr gemütlich und top gepflegt. Alles funktionierte einwandfrei. Die Gastleute waren sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, für jede Frage erreichbar. Ein Auto ist bei der Lage sicher von Vorteil. Die Gegend ist wunderschön, reiche Tierwelt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

olivier m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superbe logement et très bien placé

Le logement est bien agencé et joliment meublé. Il est de plus très bien placé par rapport à la région d'Aberdeen que nous avons visitée. Très bon accueil. Merci
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norbert B., Birmenstorf, Schweiz

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to stay to discover the Scottish coastline

this is a very nice house wich provides you with everything you need. In case something is missing the owners are living just next to it and are very responsive, even though we never met them in person. The only downside is the master-bed, which is for two adults definitly too small (except you are on a honeymoon ;-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023